Physical and Life Sciences Principal Associate Director's Executive Assistant - Active Security Clearance Required

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Principal Associate Director and senior leaders in the PAD Office. The role emphasizes complex calendar management, travel planning, and responsive communication to ensure smooth operations and strategic alignment.

You will engage with internal and external stakeholders, manage sensitive information, and contribute to administrative improvements by leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Advanced executive assistant skills and experience including fast, accurate keyboarding, grammar, proofreading, and editing.

Responsibilities

• Represent the PAD in daily administrative matters and act as central point of contact for the Directorate.
• Organize and coordinate the PAD's complex calendar with authority to commit time.
• Coordinate high-level meetings on-site and off-site and arrange extensive travel for the PAD and staff.
• Review documents for PAD signature and compose correspondence including sensitive personnel information.
• Provide input to administrative practices to increase effectiveness.
• Backup to Events Administrator for high-level meetings and special events.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Communication

Discretion

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

MS Teams

Webex

Job description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States' security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratory's mission.

Job Description

We have an opening for an Executive Assistant. You will perform a full range of advanced, complex, diverse, and sensitive administrative duties in support of the Principal Associate Director (PAD) and supporting staff, including managing complex calendars, coordinating high-level meetings and communications, overseeing the PAD signature process, arranging extensive travel, and driving operational efficiency through AI tools and emerging technologies. You will serve as the central point-of-contact for the PAD Office and senior leaders, interfacing with senior-level internal and external personnel, including government officials, to exchange, gather, and disseminate information. This position is in the Physical and Life Sciences (PLS) Principal Associate Director's Office.

This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Represent the Principal Associate Director (PAD) in daily administrative matters, clarifying, coordinating, communicating, and disseminating information on behalf of the PAD, and serve as a central administrative point-of-contact for the Directorate; interact with all levels, both internal and external personnel, to achieve Directorate goals.
• Organize, prioritize, and coordinate the PAD's complex calendar with authority to commit time; coordinate scheduling of intricate meetings both on-site and off-site.
• Research, analyze, prepare, and assemble information and data from multiple sources; coordinate findings and other information with senior-level staff, both internal and external to the Laboratory.
• Review documents submitted for PAD signature for completeness and accuracy, as well as compose correspondence for management and own signature including sensitive personnel information, reports, agendas, and memoranda.
• Arrange/coordinate foreign and domestic travel for the PAD and staff, which may include special and extensive requirements.
• Review and answer mail and inquiries on own initiative and determine if executive action is required. Refer matters to appropriate parties for action and follow up to ensure proper and timely disposition; screen calls and visitors, respond to questions, resolve administrative issues, and assist and back up other administrative personnel in the PAD office.
• Serve as backup to the Events Administrator by partnering to support the planning and execution of administrative arrangements for high-level meetings and special events, providing assistance as needed to ensure continuity and successful completion of activities.
• Provide input to administrative practices and procedures to increase effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the A03.3 level

• Originate and implement innovative administrative practices and procedures to increase effectiveness, including proactively identifying and deploying AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and business processes within the Directorate.
• Provide oversight of PAD signature process as well as compose correspondence for management and own signature including sensitive personnel information, reports, agendas, and memoranda.
• Serve as project leader and mentor administrative staff.

Qualifications

• This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• Experience providing support to senior management, including coordinating and leading administrative projects.
• Advanced executive assistant skills and experience including fast, accurate keyboarding and excellent grammar, proofreading, and editing skills; advanced experienceusing personal computers and associated software;
• Experience effectively utilizing judgment and discretion when handling sensitive issues.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills necessary to independently recommend appropriate actions and solutions.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, ability to prioritize multiple and complex tasks, and ability to work under time constraints to meet short deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact and represent the PAD and Directorate Office with all levels of management, both internal and external to the Laboratory.

Additional qualifications at the A03.3 level

• Broad experience providing support to senior management, including coordinating and leading administrative projects.Ability to prioritize and resolve complex or sensitive matters with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated expertise in preparing presentations using PowerPoint or similar software; experience using Excel.
• Advanced organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy, flexibility, ability to prioritize multiple and complex tasks, and ability to work under time constraints to meet short deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Broad experience identifying, evaluating, and implementing technology solutions to improve business processes and administrative efficiency; demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience with the following LLNL systems: TIME, LEAP, LAPIS, LTRAIN, Cliqbook, ePay, eCaps, and FTS.
• Experience using Outlook, SharePoint, MS Teams, and Webex.
• Experience working in a classified environment.
• Broad knowledge of Laboratory mission, business, and operations.

Pay Range

$94,560 - $138,888 Annually

$94,560 - $115,728 Annually for the A03.2 level

$113,400 - $138,888 Annually for the A03.3 level

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• FlexibleBenefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visithttps://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the useand/or possession ofmobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area whereyou are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile devicein your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Ifyou useamedical device, whichpairs with a mobile device,you must still follow the rules concerningthe mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities requireseparate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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